Local benefits and BNG

Northern Endurance Partnership is committed to working directly with local communities to secure meaningful and long-term economic, social and environmental benefits in the local area.

This project will deliver a range of wider benefits including:

  • Supporting existing industries. They will benefit from the opportunities to decarbonise by transporting carbon dioxide for safe storage.
  • New local employment. As we move through the design and construction stages of this project, we will use local labour where possible.
  • Benefits from project delivery. The project would help attract new investment and provide a supply chain boost, as well as putting the area at the forefront of the energy transition.
  • Local improvements. This includes improvements to the local road infrastructure, which we would deliver as part of this project.
  • Opportunities for education and skills development. We aim to work with local schools and colleges and help build knowledge across construction, environmental and associated disciplines.
  • Archaeological and historical finds. Sharing the findings of our local surveys with the community.
  • Environmental and ecological projects. We aim to leave a positive legacy and deliver enhancements. 
  • Community Benefit Fund. We are considering a community benefit fund to benefit local and community initiatives. More details will be available as the project develops.

Biodiversity Net Gain

The Government is proposing to require Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects such as this one to comply with Biodiversity Net Gain requirements from 2026. Biodiversity Net Gain is an approach which will ensure we provide a net increase in the biodiversity value of habitats.

We will incorporate Biodiversity Net Gain into our proposals in line with emerging Government policy. We expect new guidance to be issued in the coming months.

Thank you to all those who have provided feedback suggesting opportunities to deliver local benefits, to enhance the local environment, and to improve wildlife recovery. We are currently considering these opportunities, and further detail will be made available as the project progresses. We continue to welcome comments on other ways we can benefit the local community and the local environment via the project inbox (info@nephccp.co.uk).

The project

Carbon capture technology The proposed pipeline corridor Pipeline route and maps Non-statutory consultation feedback Local benefits and biodiversity net gain Crossing the Humber Above Ground Installations (AGIs) and Pump Facility Construction of the pipeline Construction access and traffic routes Working with landowners, occupiers and affected parties Environmental considerations End of operational life of the pipeline

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